On this page you’ll find a list of resources specific to New York City or visit our list of national resources. The links featured on this page open to outside websites.
Department for the Aging (DFTA)
DFTA helps Department for the Aging (DFTA) is committed to helping New York’s 1.64 million older adults age in their homes and communities.
DOROT is a nonprofit organization addressing the challenges of an aging population, serving its clients with a diverse range of programs and services through intergenerational connections with volunteers of all ages.
This article from memorycare.com analyzes the cost of memory care in New York State, discusses Medicare and Medicaid, memory care laws and lists several resources both in NYC and throughout the state.
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC)
NYFSC is dedicated to helping New York’s older adults enjoy healthier, safer, more productive and dignified lives in their homes and communities and to help them avoid the need for premature institutionalization. It serves all five boroughs.
NYC Service builds partnerships to deepen and expand civic engagement through volunteer and service programs, creating sustainable change for our city’s greatest needs.
New York State Office for the Aging
The goal of New York State’s Office for the Aging is to improve access to, and availability of services that enable Older New Yorkers to live, work and age in their community of choice.
Project FIND’s mission is to provide low- and moderate-income and homeless seniors with services and support to enrich their lives and help them live independently. It operates three supportive housing residences.
For those interested in impacting the lives of others, PSS, an older-adult services nonprofit that manages Coming of Age, seeks volunteers to help provide services, information, and support.
A website with resources and cost-of-living figures for older adults to live in New York City. Links to other cities as well.
Services / Businesses That Support Older Adults
Boomernology: If technology is overwhelming, Boomernology, offers older adults various services, including personal support, custom technology training, and expert troubleshooting.